The portion of Midtown sometimes referred to as SoSA is a residential neighborhood known for its unique mix of architecture.
It is a small, eclectic inner city neighborhood characterized by a mix of early 1900s era cottages, blight, and striking contemporary architecture.
After the post World War II exodus of population to the suburbs, this neighborhood followed the general decline of downtown and developed an unsavory reputation.
The high density of architect-occupied, contemporary dwellings has caused it to be called "the architect's ghetto."
As of April, 2015, a total of twelve new SoSA's proximity to downtown and location within Oklahoma City's Midtown district combined with its innovative architecture, eclectic character, and dramatic skyline views make it a unique and vibrant inner-city district.